Supply Chain Insights & Company News

Students Win Global Case Competition
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Students Win Global Case Competition

In The News, Supply Chain Transformation & Operational Performance, Leadership, Change & Talent

Students Win Global Case Competition

For three years, Kash Gokli, professor of manufacturing practice and Engineering Clinic director, has advised a team of students competing in the Association for Supply Chain Management (ASCM) student case competition.

Lisa Anderson2026-07-04T14:40:24-07:00October 3, 2019|Categories: In The News, Supply Chain Transformation & Operational Performance, Leadership, Change & Talent|Tags: APICS, Harvey Mudd, Leadership, Talent development|

Manufacturing Expert, Lisa Anderson, Sees Impacts of Artificial Intelligence on Manufacturing Profit, Inventory Levels and Cash
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Manufacturing Expert, Lisa Anderson, Sees Impacts of Artificial Intelligence on Manufacturing Profit, Inventory Levels and Cash

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Manufacturing Expert, Lisa Anderson, Sees Impacts of Artificial Intelligence on Manufacturing Profit, Inventory Levels and Cash

CLAREMONT, Calif., Sept. 18, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Manufacturing and Supply Chain Expert, Lisa Anderson, MBA, CSCP, CLTD, president of LMA Consulting Group Inc., predicts that artificial intelligence (AI) and human learning will impact most aspects of manufacturing resulting in improved profits, inventory levels and cash. "Our manufacturing clients have really [...]

Lisa Anderson2026-07-06T14:56:49-07:00September 20, 2019|Categories: Press Releases|Tags: AI, Distribution, ERP, Predictive analytics, S&OP, SIOP|

How to Recession-Proof Your Business: Plan Now to Survive and Thrive in a Downturn
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How to Recession-Proof Your Business: Plan Now to Survive and Thrive in a Downturn

In The News, Risk & Resilience, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains

How to Recession-Proof Your Business: Plan Now to Survive and Thrive in a Downturn

Businesses can survive and thrive in a recession if they retool their operations well in advance of the economic downturn.

Lisa Anderson2026-07-04T14:57:12-07:00September 4, 2019|Categories: In The News, Risk & Resilience, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: Future Proofing, Profitability|

Thriving in a World of Rising Customer Expectations: Q&A with Lisa Anderson
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Thriving in a World of Rising Customer Expectations: Q&A with Lisa Anderson

In The News, Supply Chain Technology & Enablement, Data, Analytics & AI

Thriving in a World of Rising Customer Expectations: Q&A with Lisa Anderson

According to a recent project44 report, 94% of business purchasers surveyed expect the same level of customer satisfaction from a business transaction as they do when making a personal purchase. These expectations revolve around “low-cost, fast and highly transparent delivery of goods.”

Lisa Anderson2026-07-05T23:21:52-07:00September 4, 2019|Categories: In The News, Supply Chain Technology & Enablement, Data, Analytics & AI|Tags: Amazon effect, Customer service, Demand planning, Distribution, E-commerce|

Manufacturing Summit Recap: Innovation & Top Talent
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Manufacturing Summit Recap: Innovation & Top Talent

In The News, Supply Chain Transformation & Operational Performance, Innovation & Digital Enablement

Manufacturing Summit Recap: Innovation & Top Talent

My videos from the Manufacturing Summit, had key themes along with insight into the exciting opportunities for the Inland Empire and advanced manufacturing and how it all tied in with LMA Consulting's "2019 Predictions from Manufacturing & Logistics Executives" document.

Lisa Anderson2026-05-09T08:03:40-07:00August 27, 2019|Categories: In The News, Supply Chain Transformation & Operational Performance, Innovation & Digital Enablement|Tags: Innovation, Talent development|

Recognition and the 2019 LMA Advocate Award
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Recognition and the 2019 LMA Advocate Award

LMA Updates

Recognition and the 2019 LMA Advocate Award

On the 10 year anniversary of my business, I recognized 10 people for 10 years as LMA Advocates – people who have gone over and beyond, resulting in LMA Consulting’s growth and success.

Lisa Anderson2026-07-06T08:02:46-07:00August 20, 2019|Categories: LMA Updates|Tags: I've Been Thinking Newsletter, Leadership, LMA Advocate Award, Talent development|

Manufacturing Expert Lisa Anderson Presents 2019 LMA Advocate Award to Executive Peer Group Leader, Ron Penland
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Manufacturing Expert Lisa Anderson Presents 2019 LMA Advocate Award to Executive Peer Group Leader, Ron Penland

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Manufacturing Expert Lisa Anderson Presents 2019 LMA Advocate Award to Executive Peer Group Leader, Ron Penland

Lisa Anderson2026-05-16T15:49:48-07:00August 10, 2019|Categories: Press Releases|Tags: LMA Advocate Award|

Manufacturing and Distribution Expert, Lisa Anderson, Confirms Inventory, Cost and Logistics Pressures in Supply Chain
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Manufacturing and Distribution Expert, Lisa Anderson, Confirms Inventory, Cost and Logistics Pressures in Supply Chain

SIOP / Integrated Business Planning (IBP), Supply Chain Planning, Press Releases

Manufacturing and Distribution Expert, Lisa Anderson, Confirms Inventory, Cost and Logistics Pressures in Supply Chain

Supply chain resiliency requires acute attention to inventory and cost pressures for manufacturers and distributors.

Lisa Anderson2026-07-04T15:09:02-07:00August 10, 2019|Categories: SIOP / Integrated Business Planning (IBP), Supply Chain Planning, Press Releases|Tags: Amazon effect, Profitability, Resiliency, S&OP, SIOP|

Businesses Continue to Thrive in a Time of Volatility
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Businesses Continue to Thrive in a Time of Volatility

Press Releases, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains, Risk & Resilience

Businesses Continue to Thrive in a Time of Volatility

CLAREMONT, Calif., August 1, 2019/ExpertClick/ -- Despite ongoing volatility in the marketplace and political climate, successful businesses continue to discover opportunities to thrive and expand, according to The Society for the Advancement of Consulting® (SAC). Successful Clients Adapt to Changing Conditions “Look at volatility as an opportunity,” points out [...]